Archive for the 'Breastfeeding' Category

Avoid using antidepressants during pregnancy

Posted at March 9th, 2010 by Emma

Danish researchers stated that pregnant mothers and those doing baby nursing should avoid taking antidepressants because they may inadvertently harm their babies in their wombs.
The researchers said that developmental milestones may be delayed with continuous use of these drugs. Dr. Lars Henning Pederson, one of the researchers, said that the drugs have significant [...]

Baby feeding tips for mothers

Posted at September 30th, 2009 by Emma

Nourishing the baby through breastfeeding is perfectly normal.
However, more and more women are now having a hard time breastfeeding their babies because of discomfort being felt.
Time and time again, doctors have stated that breastfeeding is still the best option compared to giving formula milk to babies.
Here are some tips provided by experts for mothers:
• Place [...]

North Dakota mom pleads guilty for baby feeding while drunk

Posted at July 1st, 2009 by Emma

A mom from Grand Forks, North Dakota has finally pleaded guilty to charges of child neglect last week following the international furor over the incident where she was breast feeding her six-week old baby despite being “extremely intoxicated.”
The incident, according to the authorities, took place on February 13 this when 26-year old Stacey Anvarinia was [...]